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In some areas of the country, pools are a standard feature in homes. Are you considering whether or not to include pool inspections in your list of services? On one hand, you may gain customers and capitalize on lucrative extra business if you perform spa and pool inspections. On the other hand, inspecting pools is…

Termites are a worst-case-scenario situation for most homeowners. They can stay well hidden and are difficult to diagnose; by the time they are found, they can already have inflicted devastating damage on a home and its integrity, plus left the inspector with a lawsuit summons and an upset client. E&O Insurance Coverage for Termite Inspections…

What You Need to Know About Radon Radon is a naturally occurring, cancer-causing byproduct of the radioactive decay of Uranium in the soil. While you cannot see, smell or taste radon, it may still be a problem in your home. Breathing in radon-contaminated air increases your risk of getting lung cancer. In fact, radon is…

Mold / Indoor Air Quality Sampling Coverage Insurance Let’s face it, many houses have mold somewhere inside. Where there is water and moisture, there’s usually some sort of mold. On the surface, literally and figuratively, mold is a major deterrent from buying what is an otherwise great home. But not all mold is toxic, however,…

E&O Insurance for EIFS Inspections and Stucco Inspections Even Home Inspectors who take great care in their work and who have years of professional experience can be a target of a lawsuit. With materials like EIFS and Stucco where a small crack can turn into a huge mess, it is important to invest in Errors…

If you are looking to increase your business and bottom line, adding green building inspections to your inspection services can set you apart from the competition. No special tools are involved, and it is a niche with limited competition and growing in demand. Read on to discover what green building inspections involve and how to…

The Risks of Commercial Building Inspections Commercial inspections are a complicated niche in the home inspection industry and one that few home inspectors and home inspector organizations across the country are taking advantage of. That means that if you routinely perform commercial inspections, you need the proper insurance coverage in order to stay protected (above…